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### Using NX and Parasolid Direct CAD Translator for PC-DMIS

The Direct CAD Translator for NX and Parasolid imports native NX or Parasolid files into PC-DMIS and allows you to specify parameters for how the CAD file is translated. A new PC-DMIS measurement routine should be created before importing the NX or Parasolid file.

To import an NX or Parasolid file:

1. Choose the menu item:

- For NX, select the File | Import | NX.

- For Parasolid, select File | Import | Parasolid to open an Import dialog box.

2. Browse to and select an NX or Parasolid file.

3. Click the Import button. A dialog box appears, showing the process of translating the NX or Parasolid file.

Translating Process dialog box

4. The imported model is ready to be used with PC-DMIS.